The Dropout

audiobook (Unabridged) Elizabeth Holmes and the Theranos Deception

By Michael Brown

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"The Dropout: Elizabeth Holmes and the Theranos Deception" takes you inside the captivating rise and devastating fall of Elizabeth Holmes, a Silicon Valley prodigy who built a billion-dollar company on a foundation of lies. This gripping true-crime story reveals the intricate web of deception that fueled Theranos's meteoric ascent, culminating in a breathtaking collapse.


Explore the captivating narrative of Holmes's ambition and charisma as she captivated investors and the media with her vision for a revolutionary blood-testing technology. Witness the intricate workings of a high-stakes con, where manipulation, secrecy, and blind ambition fueled a culture of deception. Uncover the shocking truth behind Theranos's promise of a medical revolution and the reality of faulty technology, manipulated data, and a web of secrecy that went unchallenged for years. Learn about the brave individuals who risked everything to expose the truth and the devastating consequences they faced. Dive deep into the psychology of a con artist, unraveling the motivations behind Holmes's actions, and understanding the forces that propelled her to such extreme lengths. This is the inside story of Silicon Valley's biggest fraud, a cautionary tale of ambition, deception, and the seductive allure of the "fake it till you make it" mentality. Prepare to be captivated by the drama, shocked by the betrayal, and inspired by the courage of those who dared to speak truth to power.

The Dropout